Internal Auditor in London

Positive Employment is currently recruiting for an Internal Auditor for our client, a local government organisation based in Kensington, London. The successful post holder will manage, perform and deliver internal audit assignments across partner organisations, providing independent assurance to strengthen governance, risk management and internal controls. The role requires experience in undertaking system audits across a broad range of services, delivering high-quality audit reports and providing practical recommendations that add value and support continuous improvement. The primary goal is to provide independent assurance designed to improve the organisation's operations by evaluating the effectiveness of governance, risk management and control processes. Audits will be delivered in line with professional standards, ensuring efficiency, quality and value for the organisation. This role is a permanent position and involves hybrid working.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and prepare internal audit assignments, including undertaking background research, arranging client meetings and preparing audit briefs.
• Conduct interviews with managers and operational staff to document and evaluate systems, controls and business processes.
• Develop audit testing strategies, including determining testing methodologies, sample sizes and audit scope.
• Undertake audit testing, evaluate findings and identify opportunities to strengthen controls, mitigate risks and improve operational effectiveness.
• Present audit findings to clients, highlighting risks and agreeing recommendations and corrective actions.
• Produce clear, concise and accurate internal audit reports supported by appropriate working papers and evidence.
• Ensure audit assignments are completed within agreed timescales, budgets and quality standards.
• Maintain secure and accurate audit documentation in accordance with organisational procedures and professional standards.
• Provide professional advice to client departments on governance, value for money, financial regulations, standing orders and internal control matters.
• Support the production of reports and management information for senior management and Audit Committees through effective use of audit data.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Internal Audit team and provide guidance to apprentices where appropriate.
• Keep up to date with changes in legislation, professional standards and organisational policies to ensure audit work remains effective and compliant.
• Carry out all duties in accordance with organisational policies, including Data Protection, Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety requirements.

Personal Requirements:

• Part-qualified or professionally qualified in an internal audit-related discipline (e.g. CIA Parts 1, 2 and/or 3, MSc in Internal Audit or equivalent), or demonstrable experience working within an internal audit environment.
• Experience undertaking internal audit assignments, including planning, fieldwork, testing, reporting and follow-up reviews.
• Experience obtaining, analysing and presenting information both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to produce high-quality audit reports and present findings and recommendations to senior officers.
• Good understanding of internal audit frameworks and their application within local government.
• Understanding of local government structures, the needs of local communities and the role of internal audit.
• Ability to understand unfamiliar concepts and systems quickly.
• Experience working independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple audit assignments.
• Ability to obtain agreement from senior management on audit recommendations through effective communication and influencing skills.
• Experience managing client information securely and in accordance with relevant procedures and policies.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Customer-focused approach with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated and committed to delivering work to a high professional standard.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, clients and external organisations.
• Willingness to support apprentices and contribute positively to team development.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Understanding of and commitment to Equal Opportunities, customer care and high-quality service delivery.

Working Hours: Full Time Hours, Monday to Friday.

Salary: £40,404.00 per annum + Benefits. Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.